Finance Director
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Fahrenheit Advisors is assisting the City of Virginia Beach in the search for a Finance Director.
The City of Virginia Beach is seeking a visionary and experienced Finance Director to lead its financial operations and strategy. As part of the Citys executive leadership team this position directs key functions such as accounting payroll purchasing risk management debt issuance and financial compliance. This is an appointed position reporting directly to the Deputy City Manager.
This is a high-impact executive-level opportunity to shape the financial health of a dynamic and diverse coastal city. Youll work alongside forward-thinking leaders in a supportive and values-driven environment where innovation and integrity are at the core of what they do.
The City of Virginia Beach is a mission-driven organization committed to enhancing the economic educational social and physical quality of life for its residents. The Citys core valuescustomer service teamwork leadership integrity inclusion and continuous learningshape a high-performing culture where employees thrive and make a difference.
Key Responsibilities:
Lead the Citys Financial Strategy:
Set goals and direct the Citys financial operations including accounting purchasing payroll risk management debt pension and benefit liability oversight.
Ensure Financial Compliance:
Establish policies aligned with GAAP GASB GFOA best practices and state/federal regulations.
Drive Innovation & Efficiency:
Champion internal controls streamline processes and adopt industry best practices.
Advise City Leadership:
Provide financial guidance to the City Manager City Council and departments. Present strategic analyses and complex financial data in a clear and accessible manner.
Manage External Relations:
Coordinate with rating agencies and Citys external financial advisor oversee bond issuance and collaborate with regional boards commissions and public-private partners.
Oversee Procurement Programs:
Lead the Citys procurement operations including support for SWaM vendors and the Minority Business Council.
Develop and Lead High-Performing Teams:
Recruit train and mentor senior finance staff. Cultivate a collaborative and accountable work environment.
Monitor and Forecast Budgets:
Manage the departments budget oversee expenditures and partner with internal teams on budget planning and projections.
Preferred Qualifications:
- A Masters degree in business public administration finance or a related field
- Any combination of education and related experience equivalent to 12 years including 5 years in program or departmental leadership
- Professional certifications such as CPA CMA or CGFM (preferred)
- Strong knowledge of governmental finance accounting standards procurement policies and best practices and strategic planning
- Experience working with rating agencies and overseeing complex financial systems
- Experience providing oversight of payroll for an organization of comparable size
- Experience implementing an ERP collaborating with internal and external stakeholder partners (implementor Human Resources Benefits IT etc); additional consideration for experience implementing Workday
- Knowledge of or experience with Oracle Fusion in management of organizational financials
- A collaborative leadership style and strong communication skills
- A valid drivers license
Required Experience:
Director
Employment Type
Full Time
